RETORT: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for RETORT?

Need another word that means the same as “retort”? Find 27 synonyms and 30 related words for “retort” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Retort” are: come back, rejoin, repay, return, riposte, answer, reply, respond, say in response, acknowledge, counter, retaliate, hurl back, fling back, snap back, comeback, rejoinder, replication, response, acknowledgement, sally, retaliation

Retort as a Noun

Definitions of "Retort" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “retort” as a noun can have the following definitions:

• A quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one.
• A vessel where substances are distilled or decomposed by heat.
• A sharp, angry, or witty reply.

Synonyms of "Retort" as a noun (12 Words)

acknowledgement	A letter confirming receipt of something. There was no acknowledgement of the family s trauma.
answer	A thing written or said in reaction to a question in a test or quiz. Write your answers on a postcard.
comeback	Return by a celebrity to some previously successful activity. A comeback tour.
counter	A token representing a coin. The counter tells you how many pictures you have taken.
rejoinder	A reply, especially a sharp or witty one. It brought a sharp rejoinder from the teacher.
replication	The action of copying or reproducing something. DNA replication.
reply	A statement either spoken or written that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation. Clough scored the first goal and Speed hit a late reply.
response	A statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation. We unwittingly induce Pavlovian type responses in dogs by establishing a rigid routine for feeding.
retaliation	The action of harming someone because they have harmed oneself; revenge. The bombings are believed to be in retaliation for the trial of 15 suspects.
return	A returning officer s announcement of an election result. Product areas are being developed to produce maximum returns.
riposte	(fencing) a counterattack made immediately after successfully parrying the opponents lunge.
sally	A witty or lively remark, especially one made as an attack or as a diversion in an argument; a retort. There was subdued laughter at this sally.

Usage Examples of "Retort" as a noun

• She opened her mouth to make a suitably cutting retort.

Retort as a Verb

Definitions of "Retort" as a verb

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “retort” as a verb can have the following definitions:

• Say something in answer to a remark, typically in a sharp, angry, or witty manner.
• Answer back.
• Turn (an insult or accusation) back on the person who has issued it.
• Repay (an insult or injury.
• Use (an opponent's argument) against them.

Synonyms of "Retort" as a verb (15 Words)

acknowledge	Accept the validity or legitimacy of. He never acknowledges his colleagues when they run into him in the hallway.
answer	Give the correct answer or solution to. Steve was about to answer but Hazel spoke first.
come back	To be the product or result.
counter	Act in advance of; deal with ahead of time. He countered with some very persuasive arguments.
fling back	Throw with force or recklessness.
hurl back	Utter with force; utter vehemently.
rejoin	Join again. The stone had been cracked and crudely rejoined.
repay	Make repayment for or return something. These sites would repay more detailed investigation.
reply	Say something in response to something someone has said. He was gone before we could reply to his last remark.
respond	Respond favorably or as hoped. East would have responded holding a high spade honour plus an ace.
retaliate	Repay (an injury or insult) in kind. They used their abilities to retaliate the injury.
return	Make a return. The jury returned the unanimous guilty verdict.
riposte	Make a return thrust. His opponent riposted.
say in response	Have or contain a certain wording or form.
snap back	Separate or cause to separate abruptly.

Usage Examples of "Retort" as a verb

• It was now his time to retort the humiliation.
• He retorted that this was nonsense.
• He was resolute to retort the charge of treason on his foes.
• ‘No need to be rude,’ retorted Isabel.
• The answer they make to us may very easily be retorted.

Associations of "Retort" (30 Words)

abnegation	The action of renouncing or rejecting something. Abnegation of the Holy Trinity.
accusation	The action or process of accusing someone. Accusations of bribery.
angrily	With anger. The sky was black and thundered angrily.
berate	Censure severely or angrily. She berated herself for being fickle.
castigate	Inflict severe punishment on. He was castigated for not setting a good example.
controvert	Argue about (something. Subsequent work from the same laboratory controverted these results.
expostulation	The act of expressing earnest opposition or protest.
fiercely	With a heartfelt and powerful intensity. The wind was blowing fiercely.
gainsay	Deny or contradict (a fact or statement. None could gainsay her.
objection	The speech act of objecting. His view is open to objection.
rage	Anger or aggression associated with conflict arising from a particular situation. Her face was distorted with rage.
rebuke	An expression of sharp disapproval or criticism. The judge publicly rebuked the jury.
rebut	Overthrow by argument, evidence, or proof. But he their sharp assault right boldly did rebut.
recrimination	An accusation in response to one from someone else. There was a period of bitter recrimination.
refute	Deny or contradict (a statement or accusation. These claims have not been convincingly refuted.
rejection	The dismissing or refusing of a proposal, idea, etc. The Union decided last night to recommend rejection of the offer.
rejoin	Join again. The stone had been cracked and crudely rejoined.
rejoinder	A quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one. It brought a sharp rejoinder from the teacher.
replication	A quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one. On its own replication does not validate a theory derived from experimental results.
reprimand	Address a reprimand to. Officials were reprimanded for poor work.
reproach	In the Roman Catholic Church a set of antiphons and responses for Good Friday representing the reproaches of Christ to his people. The president reproached the general for his irresponsible behavior.
reproof	An expression of blame or disapproval. A look of reproof.
repudiation	Denial of the truth or validity of something. Congressional repudiation of the treaty that the President had negotiated.
resent	Feel bitterness or indignation at (a circumstance, action, or person. She resents being paid less than her co workers.
riposte	A quick return thrust in fencing. His opponent riposted.
scold	Remonstrate with or rebuke (someone) angrily. The mother scolded the child for entering a stranger s car.
upbraid	Find fault with (someone); scold. He was upbraided for his slovenly appearance.
verbally	By means of language. She claimed to have been verbally abused.
warn	Advise or counsel in terms of someone’s behavior. She warned him to be quiet.
wrath	Intense anger (usually on an epic scale. He hid his pipe for fear of incurring his father s wrath.